Name: DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F Arista 24x 40GB QSFP+ 12x 100GB QSFP100 F-B Air Switch
Brand: Arista Networks
SKU: DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F
Price: 5739.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F features a combination of 24 QSFP+ 40GbE ports and 12 QSFP100 100GbE ports, offering high bandwidth capacity with low latency. It supports advanced routing capabilities, network segmentation, and is optimized for integration into dense data center racks with its air cooling system.

General Information
Brand	Arista Networks
Part Number	DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Layer 3, Managed Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	40G QSFP+, 100G QSFP28
Port Speed	40Gbps,100Gbps
UpLink Ports	12
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	4320Gbps
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4094
Layer Support	Layer 3

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	USB Console,Serial Console (RJ-45)

Power & Cooling
Fans	Front-to-Back

Physical Characteristics
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	No
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F Arista switch is engineered to deliver high-density, high-speed connectivity with 24 ports of 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ and 12 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP100. It is commonly deployed in large-scale data centers, cloud service providers, and enterprise networks that demand robust bandwidth and low latency. Designed for advanced routing and switching, this model supports extensive network virtualization and automation capabilities, enabling network operators to manage complex traffic patterns effectively. Its air-cooled chassis and compact form factor make it suitable for dense rack installations. Key Features 36 total QSFP ports combining 40GbE and 100GbE speeds Low-latency, high-throughput switching architecture Support for advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols Scalable for large data center and cloud network deployments Air-cooled design optimized for efficient thermal management The DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F provides network engineers with a reliable and scalable solution for high-density data center environments. It is suited for applications requiring flexible port speeds and advanced network features to maintain seamless data flow and connectivity.

Use Cases
The DCS-7280QRA-C36S-F switch is ideal for environments requiring scalable, high-speed networking solutions. It supports a variety of operational scenarios where performance and flexibility are critical. How It's Used: Aggregation layer switch in cloud and hyperscale data centers High-performance spine switch in leaf-spine architectures Core switch for enterprise campus networks requiring 40GbE and 100GbE connectivity Enabling network virtualization and segmentation in multi-tenant data centers Supporting high-frequency trading platforms needing ultra-low latency This switch serves as a foundational component in modern network infrastructures, delivering the necessary throughput and features to support demanding data center applications and services.